Job Title: Facilities TechnicianJob Description

As a General Facilities Maintenance Technician for R&D Labs, you will be responsible for the hands-on operation, repair, and maintenance of critical laboratory systems. This role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC, mechanical, and infrastructure systems, along with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a fast-paced research environment. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support installation and repair projects, and ensure compliance with safety and performance standards. In this position, you will play an essential role in keeping specialized lab environments running smoothly, supporting both daily operations and long-term research success.

ResponsibilitiesOperate, maintain, diagnose, and repair facility systems in R&D lab environments, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, dryers, exhaust systems, and specialized lab equipment.Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, control, and infrastructure systems.Install, repair, and modify ductwork, piping, exhaust equipment, and HVAC components; perform brazing, soldering, and welding as needed.Monitor and troubleshoot HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.Conduct inspections to ensure mechanical and electrical systems meet performance, safety, and compliance standards, with a focus on lab-specific requirements.Coordinate and supervise subcontractors during maintenance, repair, and installation projects.Support general facility maintenance tasks, respond to lab-related service requests, and adapt to evolving operational needs.Essential SkillsStrong technical skills in HVAC systems, mechanical repairs, and installations, with knowledge of relevant codes and safety regulations.Experience with BMS platforms such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition.CMMS experience or work order system knowledge.5+ years of experience in mechanical or facility maintenance within industrial, commercial, or R&D environments.Additional Skills & QualificationsAssociate degree or trade school completion preferred.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.Why Work Here?

Once permanent, employees are eligible to purchase stock at a discounted price. The role offers full benefits, fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Work Environment

The role involves working at Research and Development offsite locations, including Palo Alto, Fremont, and Hayward, with a home location assigned. The buildings operate 24/7, with schedules primarily Monday-Friday, and occasional weekend work required. The facility is non-union, and employees enjoy a casual dress code, with some uniforms provided for engineers. Shift options include Wednesday – Sunday from 11 pm to 7 am or 8 am to 5 pm, subject to change.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 9, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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